The Port of Jaffa will host the largest cryptocurrency conference on March 27, as the sector experiences rapid growth in Israel. After a successful edition in 2023, the event, titled "Building Blocks," will highlight the expansion of the Web3 (blockchain) ecosystem in the country, bringing together over 800 developers, tech professionals, and industry leaders.
The conference is supported by major industry players such as Starkware, Fireblocks, Collider, Fhenix, and SSV. "Building Blocks" serves as a crucial bridge between the traditional tech sector and the emerging blockchain industry. Among the key speakers discussing the future of crypto are Mike Silagadze – Founder and CEO of EtherFi, Eli Ben Sasson – Founder and CEO of Starkware, Ameen Solimani – Founder of Spankchain, and Eva Beylin – Former Director of The Graph Foundation.
Three main themes will be discussed. Among them, "How to create crypto startups?" Comprehensive information on marketing, mechanism design, tokenomics, protocol development, and security considerations, including an exclusive startup pitch competition, will be detailed. In addition, a "Web3 Onboarding" session will be held with practical workshops for experienced tech professionals looking to transition to blockchain technology. Finally, the final session, "Cutting-Edge Innovation," will be dedicated to an in-depth study of transformative technologies.
"When you combine the world's leading country in unicorn startups per capita with the minds behind fundamental crypto technologies like ZK, MPC, formal verification, and more, Israel’s path to becoming a global crypto hub becomes clear," says Eylon Aviv, partner at Collider.
Organized in partnership with the Tel Aviv municipality, the week of March 24 will be fully dedicated to crypto, with various side events across the city. Attendees can expect "Crypto on the Bar" sessions in Tel Aviv’s trendiest spots, informal discussions, investor summits, guided tours across Israel, crypto breakfasts, and numerous networking opportunities in the city’s dynamic districts.
Crypto in Israel is a fast-evolving and dynamic topic. The country is known for its advanced tech ecosystem and its leadership in blockchain innovation. Israel takes a cautious approach to cryptocurrencies—the Israel Tax Authority (ITA) classifies Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as financial assets rather than currencies, making them subject to a capital gains tax of 25-30%.
Caroline Haïat
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